1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1971 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1971 Ginetta G21 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G21. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 503 kg more than 1971 Ginetta G21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1971 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ginetta |
| Model | 250 GT | G21 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
